2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Canyon 2005 Seat Alhambra
Make GMC Seat
Model Canyon Alhambra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2768 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 201 HP
Torque 251 Nm 265 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.7:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L


 

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